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Retained earnings is the accumulated portion of net income that is not distributed to shareholders. Petro Viet Nam Low Pressure GAS Distribution JSC's retained earnings for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was ₫183,552 Mil.
Petro Viet Nam Low Pressure GAS Distribution JSC's quarterly retained earnings
increased
from Dec. 2025 (₫230,152 Mil) to Mar. 2026 (₫289,118 Mil) but then
declined
from Mar. 2026 (₫289,118 Mil) to Jun. 2026 (₫183,552 Mil).
Petro Viet Nam Low Pressure GAS Distribution JSC's annual retained earnings
declined
from Dec. 2023 (₫310,673 Mil) to Dec. 2024 (₫306,951 Mil) and
declined
from Dec. 2024 (₫306,951 Mil) to Dec. 2025 (₫230,152 Mil).
Petro Viet Nam Low Pressure GAS Distribution JSC (STC:PGD) Retained Earnings Explanation
Historically profitable companies sometimes have negative retained earnings. This is because they have cumulatively paid out more to shareholders than they reported in profits.
For example, in 2011, Microsoft had negative retained earnings. This does not mean the company lost more money than it made over the years. It just means it paid out more money than it earned.
If a company has negative retained earnings, investors should check the 10-year financial results. They should not assume that negative retained earnings prove a company has generally lost money in the past.
Of course, many companies with negative retained earnings have indeed lost money in the past.
Retained Earnings: Warren Buffett's Secret.
One of the most important indicators of durable competitive advantage. Net earnings can be paid out as dividends, used to buy back shares or retained for growth.
If the company loses more than it has accumulated, retained earnings is negative.
If a company isn't adding to its retained earnings, it isn't growing its net worth.
Rate of growth of retained earnings is good indicator whether it's benefiting from a competitive advantage.
Microsoft is negative because it chose to buyback stock and pay dividends.
The more earnings retained, the faster it grows and increases growth rate for future earnings.
Petro Viet Nam Low Pressure GAS Distribution JSC Retained Earnings Historical Data
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Petro Viet Nam Low Pressure GAS Distribution JSC Retained Earnings Chart
Petro Viet Nam Low Pressure GAS Distribution JSC Annual Data
Petro Viet Nam Low Pressure GAS Distribution JSC Retained Earnings Calculation
Retained Earnings is the accumulated portion of net income that is not distributed to shareholders. Because the net income was not distributed to shareholders, shareholders' equity is increased by the same amount.
Of course, if a company loses, it is called retained losses, or accumulated losses.
What does a Retained Earnings of ₫183,552 Mil mean?
Petro Viet Nam Low Pressure GAS Distribution JSC (STC:PGD) has a Retained Earnings of ₫183,552 Mil as of Jun. 2026. Retained earnings is the amount of net income not issued to shareholders. View historical data on Petro Viet Nam Low Pressure GAS Distribution JSC and its competitors.
Is Petro Viet Nam Low Pressure GAS Distribution JSC's Retained Earnings too high?
Petro Viet Nam Low Pressure GAS Distribution JSC's current Retained Earnings is ₫183,552 Mil. Overall, Petro Viet Nam Low Pressure GAS Distribution JSC has a GF Score™ of 80/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Petro Viet Nam Low Pressure GAS Distribution JSC's Retained Earnings compare to XOM and CVX?
Petro Viet Nam Low Pressure GAS Distribution JSC's Retained Earnings of ₫183,552 Mil can be compared against companies in the Oil & Gas industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Retained Earnings for an Oil & Gas company?
A good Retained Earnings depends on the Oil & Gas industry context. However, Retained Earnings should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Retained Earnings mean?
A high Retained Earnings can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Retained earnings is the amount of net income not issued to shareholders. View historical data on Petro Viet Nam Low Pressure GAS Distribution JSC and its competitors. Petro Viet Nam Low Pressure GAS Distribution JSC's current Retained Earnings is ₫183,552 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Petro Viet Nam Low Pressure GAS Distribution JSC stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Petro Viet Nam Low Pressure GAS Distribution JSC (STC:PGD) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₫34,306.59, compared to a current price of ₫22,650.00 — trading 34% below its estimated fair value. The current Retained Earnings is ₫183,552 Mil. Petro Viet Nam Low Pressure GAS Distribution JSC's overall GF Score™ is 80/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Retained Earnings calculated?
Retained Earnings is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Petro Viet Nam Low Pressure GAS Distribution JSC (STC:PGD), the current Retained Earnings is ₫183,552 Mil as of Jun. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Petro Viet Nam Low Pressure GAS Distribution JSC (STC:PGD) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Petro Viet Nam Low Pressure GAS Distribution JSC stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of ₫22,650.00 is trading 34% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₫34,306.59.
GuruFocus considers Petro Viet Nam Low Pressure GAS Distribution JSC to be Significantly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for STC:PGD:
Retained Earnings: ₫183,552 Mil
GF Value™: ₫34,306.59 vs. price of ₫22,650.00 (34% below fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the STC:PGD stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Petro Viet Nam Low Pressure GAS Distribution JSC is a Vietnam-based company engaged in the distribution of low-pressure gas to industrial households. Additionally, it also trades other industrial gases, petroleum, and other oil-based products. The company's project consists of two parts namely low-pressure gas distribution pipeline and compressed natural gas processing and distribution system.
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